Registered Migration Australia

​Local Government Legislator

ANZSCO 111311




Description

Represents the interests of people in a constituency as their elected member of a local government authority.


Skill Level

1


Alternative Titles

  • Alderman
  • Councillor


Specialisations

  • Mayor
  • Community Board Member (NZ)


Occupation Lists

This occupation is only found on the following skill list as at July 1st, 2017:


This occupation is not on the following skill lists:

  • Combined Skilled Occupations List (STSOL MLTSSL)
  • Labour Market Testing Required for 457 List (LMTL)
  • Medium Long Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL)
  • Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL)


Occupation lists are subject to change



Group: 1113 Legislators


Description
represent the interests of people in constituencies as elected members of national, state and territory parliaments and local government authorities.


Tasks

  • developing national, state, territory or local government policy, and formulating, amending and repealing legislation and by-laws
  • helping constituents with a range of problems particularly with regard to matters concerning government and local agencies
  • investigating matters of concern to the public and to particular persons and groups
  • introducing proposals for government action and representing public and electoral interests
  • issuing policy directions to government departments and exercising control over local government authorities
  • attending community functions and meetings of local groups to provide service to the community, gauge public opinion and provide information on government plans
  • may serve as a member on parliamentary committees and inquiries
  • may present petitions on behalf of concerned groups


Skill Level
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).


Occupations in this Group



Note: Whilst a similar occupation may appear in the same group, if not listed on the RSMS list or not specifically listed in the STSOL or MLTSSL, the ANZSCO description should be used for reference purposes only.


Licensing and/or Professional Associations

In many occupations you must be registered with or obtain a license from a local authority in the state or territory where you want to practise your occupation. Contact the local authority in your relevant state or territory to enquire about the licensing or registration requirements. It may benefit to become a member of a relevant industry association for your occupation which could help with your employment and visa application prospects.


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